Descripción Random House USA Inc, 2012. HRD. Estado de conservación: New. New Book.Shipped from US within 10 to 14 business days. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. de la librería IB-9780307950901

Descripción Anchor, 2012. Estado de conservación: New. Brand New, Unread Copy in Perfect Condition. A+ Customer Service! Summary: This Revised and Expanded Edition contains hundreds of new notes and illustrations. The first-ever fully annotated edition of one of the most beloved novels in the world is a sheer delight for Jane Austen fans. Here is the complete text of Pride and Prejudice with thousands of annotations on facing pages, including: * Explanations of historical context Rules of etiquette, class differences, the position of women, legal and economic realities, leisure activities, and more. * Citations from Austen's life, letters, and other writings Parallels between the novel and Austen's experience are revealed, along with writings that illuminate her beliefs and opinions. * Definitions and clarifications Archaic words, words still in use whose meanings have changed, and obscure passages are explained. * Literary comments and analyses Insightful notes highlight Austen's artistry and point out the subtle ways she develops her characters and themes. * Maps and illustrations of places and objects mentioned in the novel. * An introduction, a bibliography, and a detailed chronology of events Of course, one can enjoy the novel without knowing the precise definition of a gentleman, or what it signifies that a character drives a coach rather than a hack chaise, or the rules governing social interaction at a ball, but readers of The Annotated Pride and Prejudice will find that these kinds of details add immeasurably to understanding and enjoying the intricate psychological interplay of Austen's immortal characters. Nº de ref. de la librería ABE_book_new_0307950905

Descripción Random House USA Inc, United States, 2012. Paperback. Estado de conservación: New. Revised edition. 203 x 132 mm. Language: English . Brand New Book. This Revised and Expanded Edition contains hundreds of new notes and illustrations. The first-ever fully annotated edition of one of the most beloved novels in the world is a sheer delight for Jane Austen fans. Here is the complete text of `Pride and Prejudice `with thousands of annotations on facing pages, including: - Explanations of historical contextRules of etiquette, class differences, the position of women, legal and economic realities, leisure activities, and more. - Citations from Austen s life, letters, and other writingsParallels between the novel and Austen s experience are revealed, along with writings that illuminate her beliefs and opinions. - Definitions and clarifications Archaic words, words still in use whose meanings have changed, and obscure passages are explained. - Literary comments and analysesInsightful notes highlight Austen s artistry and point out the subtle ways she develops her characters and themes. - Maps and illustrations of places and objects mentioned in the novel. - An introduction, a bibliography, and a detailed chronology of events Of course, one can enjoy the novel `without `knowing the precise definition of a gentleman, or what it signifies that a character drives a coach rather than a hack chaise, or the rules governing social interaction at a ball, but readers of `The Annotated Pride and Prejudice `will find that these kinds of details add immeasurably to understanding and enjoying the intricate psychological interplay of Austen s immortal characters. Nº de ref. de la librería AA99780307950901

Descripción Random House USA Inc, United States, 2012. Paperback. Estado de conservación: New. Revised edition. 203 x 132 mm. Language: English . Brand New Book. This Revised and Expanded Edition contains hundreds of new notes and illustrations. The first-ever fully annotated edition of one of the most beloved novels in the world is a sheer delight for Jane Austen fans. Here is the complete text of `Pride and Prejudice `with thousands of annotations on facing pages, including: - Explanations of historical contextRules of etiquette, class differences, the position of women, legal and economic realities, leisure activities, and more. - Citations from Austen s life, letters, and other writingsParallels between the novel and Austen s experience are revealed, along with writings that illuminate her beliefs and opinions. - Definitions and clarifications Archaic words, words still in use whose meanings have changed, and obscure passages are explained. - Literary comments and analysesInsightful notes highlight Austen s artistry and point out the subtle ways she develops her characters and themes. - Maps and illustrations of places and objects mentioned in the novel. - An introduction, a bibliography, and a detailed chronology of events Of course, one can enjoy the novel `without `knowing the precise definition of a gentleman, or what it signifies that a character drives a coach rather than a hack chaise, or the rules governing social interaction at a ball, but readers of `The Annotated Pride and Prejudice `will find that these kinds of details add immeasurably to understanding and enjoying the intricate psychological interplay of Austen s immortal characters. Nº de ref. de la librería AA99780307950901